Description
Cheesecake Brownies are a rich and indulgent dessert combining fudgy chocolate brownie layers with a creamy cheesecake swirl for the ultimate sweet treat.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix melted butter, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until combined.
- Spread about 3/4 of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 tsp vanilla and mix until creamy.
- Spread the cheesecake layer over the brownie base.
- Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the top and swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Chill the brownies before cutting for cleaner slices.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg